Estimating & Workflow
Deodorization
The removal of smoke, mold-related, or other chemical smells from a building and its contents after a loss. It uses treatments like fogging or hydroxyl equipment along with cleaning of the affected surfaces. Deodorization is done before finish work so the odor is not sealed into the new material.
Common questions
What does "Deodorization" mean in Xactimate estimating?
The removal of smoke, mold-related, or other chemical smells from a building and its contents after a loss. It uses treatments like fogging or hydroxyl equipment along with cleaning of the affected surfaces. Deodorization is done before finish work so the odor is not sealed into the new material.
Where does "Deodorization" show up in a claim?
The term matters on estimates and scopes across the insurance restoration workflow. Browse the glossary for related terms.
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